Acylex Tablets 200mg

Medicine Name: Acylex Tablets 200mg

Acylex Tablets Specification

Requires Prescription: ✔ Yes
Generic Name: Acyclovir
Used For: Viral Infections

⚙️ How It Works

Acylex contains Acyclovir, an antiviral agent that works by inhibiting viral DNA replication, thereby stopping the multiplication and spread of viruses in the body.

💊 Usage and Safety

Dosage:

• Active ingredient: Acyclovir
• Dosage should be as prescribed by a healthcare provider, based on the condition and patient profile.

Indications:
Acylex is used to:

• Treat chickenpox (varicella)
• Treat shingles (herpes zoster)
• Manage cold sores (herpes labialis), genital herpes, and other herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections
• Prevent recurrence of herpes infections
• Prevent HSV infections in immunocompromised individuals

❌ Contraindications (When Not to Use)

• Do not use if allergic to Acyclovir, Valacyclovir, or any ingredient in the formulation.

⚠️ Precautions

• Elderly and renal-impaired patients are at higher risk for neurological side effects (e.g., confusion, hallucinations, agitation) and may require dose adjustments.
• Maintain adequate hydration to reduce the risk of kidney-related complications.

🚨 Warnings

1. Renal Impairment: Adjust dose in patients with kidney dysfunction due to renal elimination of Acyclovir.
2. CNS Effects: May cause drowsiness, dizziness, or confusion — avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if affected.
3. Hydration: Ensure adequate fluid intake, especially when using high oral doses.

❗ Side Effects

• Common: Headache, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue
• Serious:
• Allergic Reactions: Anaphylaxis, angioedema, rash, urticaria
• Skin Reactions: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)
• Neurological: Confusion, seizures, hallucinations, somnolence, psychosis
• Hematological: Leukopenia, hemolysis, lymphadenopathy
• Other: Myalgia, alopecia, hypotension, GI upset, elevated liver enzymes

🔄 Drug Interactions

May interact with:

• Probenecid, Cimetidine – can increase Acyclovir levels
• Mycophenolate mofetil, Cyclosporin, Tacrolimus – increased risk of nephrotoxicity
• Theophylline – may increase risk of CNS side effects

🤰 Pregnancy Category

• Consult your physician before use in pregnancy or breastfeeding.

🧊 Storage

Yes — Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.